Privacy Policy

Effective Date: August 25, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how The Local Spotlight (“we”, “our”, or “us”) collects, uses, and protects your information when you visit or use our website located at https://thelocalspotlight.info.

By using this site, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.

1. Information We Collect

We collect minimal information, only as necessary to provide free directory listings and basic website functionality.

Voluntarily Submitted Information:

When you submit a business listing, we may collect:
- Business name
- Contact name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Business details (e.g., services, photos, website link)
- Location (e.g., city, state/province)

Automatically Collected Information:

We may use tools (like Google Analytics) that collect non-personal information such as:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device type
- Pages visited
- Referring website
- Date and time of access

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

Display business listings to the public
Communicate with business owners regarding their listings
Improve and maintain the functionality and user experience of the website
Protect against spam or abuse

We do not sell or rent your personal information to any third parties.

3. Cookies and Tracking

We may use cookies and similar technologies to:

Keep the site secure and functional
Analyze site traffic
Improve user experience

You can manage cookie settings through your browser preferences.

4. Third-Party Links

Our site may include links to third-party websites, including affiliated brands and advertisers. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. Please review their policies separately.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your information, but no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. Use of the site is at your own risk.

6. Children’s Privacy

This site is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe we have done so, please contact us for removal.

7. Your Choices

You may contact us at any time to:

Update or correct your listing
Request deletion of your information
Opt out of any communications

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, you may contact us at:

The Local Spotlight
https://thelocalspotlight.info
📧 Email: info@thelocalspotlight.info